News Release

Tuesday, August 22, 2017

Bicyclist Killed in Hit and Run Traffic Collision NR17233dm

Los Angeles: Detectives from
the Los Angeles Police Department's South Traffic Division are
seeking the public's assistance in identifying the driver involved
in a fatal hit and run.

On Saturday, August 12, 2017, around 2:30 a.m., Southeast Division
officers responded to a vehicle versus pedestrian radio call. Upon
arrival, it was determined the victim had been riding a bicycle. A
possible late model, dark colored Chevrolet Tahoe SUV was
travelling in an unknown direction on Broadway Street. The driver
collided with a bicyclist travelling east across northbound lanes
of Broadway Street at 87th Place. The driver failed to stop,
identify him or herself, or render aid to the bicyclist.

The suspect is described as a "heavy set" male Black. South
Traffic Division is handling the investigation.

Anyone with information about this collision is asked to contact
Detective Flannnery or Officer Mendoza, South Traffic Division, at
(323) 421-2500, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
During non-business hours or on weekends, calls should be directed
to South Traffic Division's Watch Commander at 323 421-2577, or
1-877-LAPD-24-7 (1-877-527-3247). Anyone wishing to remain
anonymous should call the LA Regional Crime Stoppers at
1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477) or go directly to
www.lacrimestoppers.org. Tipsters may also visit
www.lapdonline.org, and click on "Anonymous Web Tips" under the
"Get Involved-Crime Stoppers" menu to submit an online tip.
Lastly, tipsters may also download the "P3 Tips" mobile application
and select the LA Regional Crime Stoppers as their local program.